surgeon

noun B2

Meaning

A surgeon is a medical doctor who specializes in performing operations to treat injuries, diseases, or deformities.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "surgeon" with "surgeon general," which refers to the chief medical officer of a public health service.

Example Sentences

The surgeon carefully explained the procedure before the operation .
The surgeon explained the operation clearly before it started .
The surgeon explained the procedure clearly to the patient .

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